https://www.scmp.com/rss/323644/feed LiYing was the Senior Digital Content Manager of STYLE Magazine. She was also previously the Beauty Editor of Harper's BAZAAR, and writes about topics that range from fashion, veganism to beauty, wellness and travel. en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com You might think that a senior pilot for one of the world’s leading airlines would have seen and done most things, but Cathay Pacific senior first pilot Katrine Friis Olsen jumped at it when offered the chance to see a remote corner of the world and do some good at the same time. 5 unexpected places to see the Northern Lights from Joining a crew of women setting off on the Arctic Circle Trail in an effort to raise money and awareness for underprivileged women affected by climate change in Asia,... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3095839/meet-cathay-pacific-pilot-who-trekked-across-greenland?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3095839/meet-cathay-pacific-pilot-who-trekked-across-greenland?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 04 Aug 2020 10:00:23 +0000 Holistic health and wellness were the buzzwords of 2019, and there was a boom in alternative treatments such as acupuncture, craniosacral therapy and chiropractic medicine. Neal Miller, a Los Angeles-based certified acupuncturist, told Healthline Media that “In the past few years many hospitals have included TCM acupuncture to treat many conditions, Cleveland Clinic, UCLA and Kaiser to name a few. Today the referrals are often from medical doctors and other health care providers and institutions... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/well-being/article/3045027/chiropractic-zentherapy-craniosacral-treatments-what-are?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/well-being/article/3045027/chiropractic-zentherapy-craniosacral-treatments-what-are?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 08 Jan 2020 06:00:15 +0000 When it comes to the tea drinking culture of Asia, much has been said about the bubble tea craze, as well as the expensive teas of China, but little has been mentioned about the mental health and well-being benefits associated with drinking tea. “Anything that connects you to harmony within and around you is enormously important in the technologically saturated world we live in today, which is why we are currently seeing more emphasis on the mechanisms to understand mental well-being and making... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/well-being/article/3044102/tea-meditation-what-it-and-how-it-can-improve-mental?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/well-being/article/3044102/tea-meditation-what-it-and-how-it-can-improve-mental?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 02 Jan 2020 02:00:17 +0000 The links between diet and health have been thrust into the spotlight with Netflix’s documentary The Game Changers, in which Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton and former body builder Arnold Schwarzenegger discuss success on a plant-based diet, the growing popularity of plant-based meat Beyond, and fast food options such as Burger King’s Impossible Whopper. Arnaud Hauchon, culinary curator at Fivelements, says: “The food we eat greatly affects our mental landscape. Our brain, like any other... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3044029/veganuary-how-netflixs-game-changers-and-plant-based?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3044029/veganuary-how-netflixs-game-changers-and-plant-based?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 01 Jan 2020 02:00:11 +0000 When Shiloh Jolie-Pitt, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt’s child, announced he preferred to be known as John, it opened up conversations in the LGBTQ+ world, and highlighted a need to better understand this community. At STYLE, we have published stories exploring those issues (and the debates surrounding them), as well as stories about the stars’ private lives. 6 LGBTQ+ icons setting fashion trends 5 young celebs who don’t conform to traditional gender roles 10 things Angelina Jolie did before... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3043383/how-shiloh-jolie-pitt-and-angelina-jolie-are-leading?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3043383/how-shiloh-jolie-pitt-and-angelina-jolie-are-leading?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 26 Dec 2019 05:00:17 +0000 We plebeians have a never-ending fascination with royalty – be it with Queen Elizabeth or the Thai king’s personal affairs – and this year has been an eventful time for both Western and Eastern royals alike. Here, we chart the significant milestones, announcements and news from 2019. The Thai king’s ex-wife in exile: Sujarinee Vivacharawongse’s life and legacy Meet the 21-year-old Indian ‘king’ renting out his palace on Airbnb Why aren’t Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton neighbours any... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3043232/british-royal-family-thai-king-japans-empress-masako-what?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3043232/british-royal-family-thai-king-japans-empress-masako-what?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 24 Dec 2019 05:00:12 +0000 From becoming officially the richest man in India, to his family – notably the twins Akash and Isha Ambani – there is no shortage of juicy details and drama when it comes to the Ambani family. Let’s dive into the best stories about them we have had here on STYLE in 2019. Who are Mukesh Ambani’s children married to? Why heiress Isha Ambani has everyone's attention How did Asia’s richest man Mukesh Ambani get even richer in 2019? How Mukesh Ambani and his family spend their fortune 6 facts... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3042964/mukesh-ambani-and-family-highlights-indias-billionaire?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3042964/mukesh-ambani-and-family-highlights-indias-billionaire?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 23 Dec 2019 04:00:15 +0000 Every month of the year, we serve you a round-up of all the hottest K-pop and K-drama news that you need to know – and looking back, it has been a crazy ride in 2019, to say the least. As we close the 2019 chapter this month, we take a walk down memory lane to remember the biggest stories that have exploded over the Korean entertainment landscape. The end of Song-Song couple K-drama fans were in shock when top stars Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo filed for divorce earlier this year. In addition... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3042403/song-song-couple-sulli-biggest-k-pop-and-korean?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3042403/song-song-couple-sulli-biggest-k-pop-and-korean?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 18 Dec 2019 02:00:13 +0000 In round two of our festive beauty collection reviews, we are pitting two of the biggest names in beauty – Nars and Dior – against each other to find out what they have to offer for the festive season, and whether we will be keeping them all or chucking some over to our mums. 5 K-beauty skincare hacks you need to know Nars This year’s festive collection is all about Studio 54, a nod to the glamorous 60s, 70s and 80s when the glitzy nightclub was filled to the gills with big names such as... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3041802/dior-or-nars-we-review-two-major-beauty-brands-festive?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3041802/dior-or-nars-we-review-two-major-beauty-brands-festive?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 12 Dec 2019 09:00:07 +0000 The vegan dining scene has never been this vibrant in Hong Kong – from seasonal menus to Green Monday specials, there is no shortage of creativity in this city to delight vegans and surprise non-vegans alike. Now that December is upon us and it is all about feasting and gathering to share meals together, we thought this little round-up of places that are doing it well – and with their own unique twist on top– would be a great survivor’s guide for the month ahead. So hop on in! Burger King’s... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3041465/non-vegans-are-loving-these-vegan-foods-3-plant-based?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3041465/non-vegans-are-loving-these-vegan-foods-3-plant-based?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 11 Dec 2019 07:00:09 +0000 Reiki master and crystal healing therapist Sandy Renouf’s room at Balance Health in Central, Hong Kong, is a sanctuary from the chaotic din of the city. It is a space filled with light music, and a table with crystal in different forms, shapes and sizes. In addition to being a certified massage therapist, Renouf is a hypnotherapist and holistic therapist who “can sense energy”. I discover, before we start the massage, how she makes sure the crystals are cleansed for future customers. We review... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/well-being/article/3041448/why-courteney-cox-obsessed-rose-quartz-clean-crystals?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/well-being/article/3041448/why-courteney-cox-obsessed-rose-quartz-clean-crystals?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 11 Dec 2019 04:00:09 +0000 The holiday season is definitely a time for suspense when it comes to gift-hunting. And a little more exciting than chocolate advent calendars and reruns of Downton Abbey is surely the avalanche of special limited edition beauty collections out there in the market. In this video, we try out two of beauty Instagramers’ and YouTubers’ favourite brands – Hourglass and Fenty by Rihanna. How do J-beauty and K-beauty compare? Hourglass Cosmetics View this post on... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3040351/we-review-fenty-rihannas-and-hourglass-cosmetics-christmas?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3040351/we-review-fenty-rihannas-and-hourglass-cosmetics-christmas?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Dec 2019 08:00:07 +0000 Ah, November: did you miss some of the biggest stories of the month? From the sad death of K-pop idol Goo Hara to chart-topping news, we’ve got you covered. Before Song-Song couple: who were Song Hye-kyo’s other alleged lovers? Why Korea’s K-pop fans went crazy for IU this week Will BTS appear in Hollywood's first K-pop movie? 5 things to know about SuperM, the ‘Avengers of K-pop’ Why BigBang rapper T.O.P is one of K-pop’s greats Want more stories like this? Sign up here. Follow STYLE on... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3039894/whats-hot-korea-top-k-pop-news-about-song-hye-kyo-iu?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3039894/whats-hot-korea-top-k-pop-news-about-song-hye-kyo-iu?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 30 Nov 2019 04:00:13 +0000 Meatless meat knows no bounds these days. The debacle with Burger King – where a vegan has filed a class-action lawsuit against the fast food outlet in the United States because he claims they cook their Impossible Whoppers on the same grill as traditional meat products, effectively misleading customers as Impossible Meat is well known as a meat-free and vegan meat alternative – has brought plant-based meat into the limelight like never before. It is an indication of how vegans and non-vegans... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3039780/will-alphas-vegan-nuggets-turn-non-vegans-plant-based?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3039780/will-alphas-vegan-nuggets-turn-non-vegans-plant-based?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 29 Nov 2019 18:00:20 +0000 With less than six weeks until Christmas and the new year, and probably less than three weeks until holiday parties begin, now is the time to take a good look in the mirror and start thinking of ways to make a positive impact at that office Christmas party – and not in a bad, Bridget Jones kind of way. Sioban Guilfoyle, director of Glow Spa in Central, has a few tips to share – and we are definitely listening. Her spa and salon space spans 4,400 sq ft and offers total pampering, from head to... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3038881/power-brows-are-out-so-its-all-about-hair-and-nails?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3038881/power-brows-are-out-so-its-all-about-hair-and-nails?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Nov 2019 18:00:14 +0000 November 1 marks the beginning of World Vegan Month, and with worthy celebrations well underway recognising how far the movement has come since this time last year, it’s high time for a look back at the remarkable rise of vegan food in 2019. Impossible and Beyond Meat probably need no introduction – these plant-based meat substitutes are making their way into the mainstream (you can even find them at Burger King and KFC now) and this resounding success has proven that veganism is on its way to... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3035844/how-plant-based-diets-and-impossible-meat-substitutes-ruled?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3035844/how-plant-based-diets-and-impossible-meat-substitutes-ruled?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 01 Nov 2019 02:35:05 +0000 This month, the tragic passing of Sulli brought the K-pop world to its knees – but there is also good news to be had. Here is the hottest news this month: Avengers star Claudia Kim is getting married BigBang’s G-Dragon spotted in Instagram photos of his sister’s wedding K-pop star Sulli, of girl group f (x), found dead at her home in Seoul Who branded Sulli’s online haters ‘cowardly murderers’? Instagram video reveals Sulli’s final months of mental health struggle Want more stories like... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3035548/sullis-death-claudia-kims-marriage-and-other-news-korea?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3035548/sullis-death-claudia-kims-marriage-and-other-news-korea?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 31 Oct 2019 02:00:08 +0000 While flipping through an article in Global Tea Hut’s magazine, penned by the intellectual chajin Wu De, I came across this quote by Japanese thinker Soetsu Yanagi: “Tea is a religion of beauty. It can claim to be called the ‘way of tea’ only when it is exalted as a religion. Until the mind is ready, we cannot hope to enter the sanctuary of tea.” There may be many different ways of enjoying tea – one could meditate with tea, honour its origins and legacy with a beautifully choreographed tea... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3034510/video-why-expensive-chinese-tea-worth-every-cent-traditional?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3034510/video-why-expensive-chinese-tea-worth-every-cent-traditional?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 25 Oct 2019 06:00:16 +0000 Lim Li Ying Lim Li Ying Personally, I think entrepreneurs in the fragrance world have a pretty sweet deal. Who wouldn’t love to immerse oneself all day, every day, in the finest scents and exotic and luxuriant raw ingredients, to create a final product that is beautifully bottled and full of nuance, both in scent and meaning? Composed of memories, snapshots from their travels, and inward journeys, these entrepreneurs have definitely struck a chord in their fans’ hearts. One can’t help but wonder: how did they do... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3033221/move-over-jennifer-lopez-heres-why-millennials-and-gen-z-are?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3033221/move-over-jennifer-lopez-heres-why-millennials-and-gen-z-are?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 18 Oct 2019 04:00:10 +0000 The sudden and shocking death of Choi Jin-ri, better known as Sulli, a former member of K-pop group f(x), gives extra meaning to a poignant poem she posted on her Instagram account six months ago with a photo of her cat, according to some fans. Sulli was found dead in her apartment on Monday, October 14, according to SBS. Police confirmed that she was discovered at a house in Seongnam, south of Seoul, by her manager. The poem, the title of which roughly translates as Why Can't You Know, was... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3033130/what-did-i-do-deserve-instagram-video-reveals-k-pop-star?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3033130/what-did-i-do-deserve-instagram-video-reveals-k-pop-star?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 16 Oct 2019 03:33:58 +0000 K-drama actress and K-pop star Sulli, famously a member of girl group f(x), was found dead in her apartment on Monday, October 14, according to SBS. Police confirmed that she was discovered at a house in Seongnam, south of Seoul, by her manager. She was 25 years old. The cause of death is under investigation, sparking rumours that she took her own life. Sulli has previously talked about suffering from panic disorder and social phobias from an early age. In 2014, she went on a hiatus, and then... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3032845/k-pop-star-sulli-girl-group-fx-found-dead-her-home?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3032845/k-pop-star-sulli-girl-group-fx-found-dead-her-home?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 14 Oct 2019 09:24:02 +0000 If you live in a country with four seasons, you might be compelled to switch up your make-up products according to the season’s whims. After all, who can overcome the tragedy of a powdered face drenched in sweat? So when the mainstream brands began to introduce powder compact foundation back into the market, I couldn’t help but wonder: in this age of HDTV and selfie-obsessed social media personalities, are we actually regressing? Innovations happen incredibly fast – in fact, we’re looking at... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3030985/powder-versus-liquid-foundation-which-better-make-every?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3030985/powder-versus-liquid-foundation-which-better-make-every?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 02 Oct 2019 02:00:15 +0000 How is it already the end of September? While the leaves are changing colour, our favourite K-pop idols and K-drama thespians have been keeping busy. Whether good or bad news, catch up on all the headlines you might have missed this month. Song-Song Couple and 4 other celebrity break-ups 4 of Song Joong-ki’s greatest screen roles When will BTS begin compulsory military service? 5 things to know about SB19, the new Filipino boy band View this post on... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3030674/why-song-song-couple-bts-and-filipino-boy-band-sb19-have?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3030674/why-song-song-couple-bts-and-filipino-boy-band-sb19-have?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 30 Sep 2019 04:00:14 +0000 When a dear friend from back home sends you a text message telling you a mega celebrity and Instagram influencer has named a design of hers after your own name, you can’t help but fire up Instragram and check it out for yourself.   Noor Neelofa binti Mohd Noor, the Malaysian actress, television host and founder of fashion brand Naelofar – who is endearingly known as Lofa, or Neelofa, to her fans – named one of her brand’s headscarves (hijabs) the Liying.         View this post... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3030645/why-do-brands-chanel-and-dior-adore-neelofa-one-malaysias?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3030645/why-do-brands-chanel-and-dior-adore-neelofa-one-malaysias?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 27 Sep 2019 13:00:08 +0000 Hongkongers are fascinated with new openings, so when I received an invitation from Elu Spa – which means “life” in Estonian– I simply had to check out the city’s newest spa. Tucked away on the seventh floor of Lyndhurst Terrace in Central, you walk straight into Elu Spa’s dimly lit reception when the lift arrives. I could barely see the receptionist’s face when he politely asked me to take a seat. What it involves I was offered tea while I waited for my therapist, and also asked to complete a... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3026335/we-review-elu-spa-indulgence-treatment-which-includes-jade?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3026335/we-review-elu-spa-indulgence-treatment-which-includes-jade?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 09 Sep 2019 09:00:10 +0000 I think it is safe to say that as a vegan Malaysian-born Chinese, I have missed the traditional mooncake dearly. I used to be able to gobble up one of these saccharine treats in one fell swoop (no exaggeration!), but since I turned vegan about six years ago, I have had to bid this favourite dessert of mine – which only comes along once a year during Mid-Autumn Festival – goodbye. I wanted to create something appealing in terms of both taste and aesthetics, while at the same time providing high... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3026332/today-i-leaned-how-make-vegan-mooncakes-just-time-mid?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3026332/today-i-leaned-how-make-vegan-mooncakes-just-time-mid?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 09 Sep 2019 07:21:20 +0000 Plant-based meat has experienced an explosion of interest from the world’s media recently – and it’s no wonder: the business grew 30 per cent in 2018 compared with 2017, according to data provider Nielsen Product Insider. The snowball effect has led to more inclusive menus at restaurants, increased demand for more plant-based protein (even KFC wants in) and pushed up the share price of Beyond Meat – the US producer of plant-based meat substitutes that has played a pivotal role in the current... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3025695/will-vegan-dairy-alternatives-be-next-beyond-meat?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3025695/will-vegan-dairy-alternatives-be-next-beyond-meat?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 04 Sep 2019 10:00:10 +0000 The Platinum Suite at Lane Crawford in Hong Kong is swathed in cream and beige, and there is no better place to meet Teresa Tarmey, the British star facialist to A-list celebrities such as Sienna Miller and Kate Moss. View this post on Instagram What a year you’ve been 2018, If 2019 comes anywhere close, I’ll burst. Too many people to thank, my family, friends and team are right at the top of the list. Thank you to all the incredible journalists for all of your... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3025372/how-do-celebrities-kate-moss-and-sienna-miller-get-their-red?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3025372/how-do-celebrities-kate-moss-and-sienna-miller-get-their-red?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Sep 2019 05:00:12 +0000 FARE Modern Middle Eastern inspired by Bedouin tribes of North Africa. AMBIENCE Hidden away in the hipster neighbourhood around Gough Street, Bedu is instantly identifiable thanks to the mural outside. Inside, the service is superb – staff are friendly and willing to introduce dishes and the concept behind Bedu’s food. COST Dishes range from around HK$50 to HK$120 for non-meat dishes. WHO TO BRING Friends and family with different dietary requirements – including vegans – who would just like to... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/good-eating/article/3024864/middle-eastern-fare-flair-bedu-gough-street?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/good-eating/article/3024864/middle-eastern-fare-flair-bedu-gough-street?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Sep 2019 01:00:12 +0000 FARE Organic and eco-conscious Modern European. AMBIENCE A place to see and be seen, Café Gray Deluxe is no stranger to the who’s who of Hong Kong – famous faces are often spotted gracing this restaurant with their presence. And with an amazing view of the city, it is no wonder this restaurant has become one of the must-visits for gourmands. COST The two-course Revitalising Menu is HK$395, and the three-course menu costs HK$445. Available for lunch (weekdays only) and dinner. WHO TO BRING... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/good-eating/article/3024482/seasonal-and-organic-vegan-food-cafe-gray-deluxe-admiralty?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/good-eating/article/3024482/seasonal-and-organic-vegan-food-cafe-gray-deluxe-admiralty?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Sep 2019 01:00:09 +0000 FARE Southeast Asian AMBIENCE This is a branch of Will Meyrick’s Bali flagship that serves pan-Asian cuisine. Diners here step into a Balinese environment, where the smiling faces of the staff are as amiable as the decor. The walls are painted in warm tropical colours and feature several large murals that loom over comfortable brown leather couches, providing a truly Asian feel. COST The vegan dishes we tried ranged from HK$108 to HK$168. WHO TO BRING Anyone from a meat lover to vegans and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/good-eating/article/3024474/celebrity-chef-will-meyricks-flagship-southeast-asian?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/good-eating/article/3024474/celebrity-chef-will-meyricks-flagship-southeast-asian?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Sep 2019 00:15:07 +0000 Another month has come and gone, and although August may be a month for holidays for many people, the K-pop sensations are not slowing down one bit – or are they? Here is a round-up of the hottest news (including an announcement that a big K-pop band may be having a break) to take you through what you may have missed before August bids us farewell. 1. Can BTS be ‘ordinary’? Following close on the heels of the K-pop boy band BTS’ massive world “domination” – including an extended sold-out world... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3025076/whats-hot-korea-can-k-pop-band-bts-ever-be-ordinary?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3025076/whats-hot-korea-can-k-pop-band-bts-ever-be-ordinary?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 31 Aug 2019 04:00:10 +0000 Lim Li Ying Lim Li Ying Let’s assume that you can recall the halcyon days of department stores, where the ground floor was a grand display of the most coveted luxury beauty brands. Fast forward to the present, when department stores like Macy’s and Bergdorf Goodman are fighting for survival. Multi-brand beauty concept stores are taking the market by storm these days with their approach and exceptional service. But what exactly is a multi-brand beauty concept store? Hong Kong to Paris: 4 of the world’s best destination... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3024677/why-millennials-love-these-3-beauty-concept-stores-hong?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3024677/why-millennials-love-these-3-beauty-concept-stores-hong?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 28 Aug 2019 18:00:08 +0000 There are many reasons for wearing a particular fragrance – certain scents can instantly take you back in time to a particular memory, or remind you of a person or place. It is nothing new for a fragrance nose to bottle up a memory, and yet each time it is done, it boggles the mind how many different chords each note can strike. We are particularly enamoured with these scents – both classic and new – that so beautifully transport us to the destinations that have inspired the compositions. If you... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3022763/hong-kong-paris-4-worlds-best-destination-scents?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3022763/hong-kong-paris-4-worlds-best-destination-scents?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 15 Aug 2019 04:00:15 +0000 Sustainable cooking may be gaining increasing recognition and becoming a fashionable phrase among many people, but what does it really mean? We caught up with a private chef in Hong Kong to find out more, including how we can make a meat dish vegan and sustainable. As a chef I’m inquisitive about how ingredients work and how they can be used to best effect Executive chef Tom Burney Tom Burney, executive chef and managing director of Invisible Kitchen, based in Chai Wan, is certainly no stranger... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3022738/today-i-learned-how-make-vegan-scotch-eggs-lady-gagas?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3022738/today-i-learned-how-make-vegan-scotch-eggs-lady-gagas?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 14 Aug 2019 09:00:10 +0000 If you are not already singing along to K-pop girl band sensation Red Velvet’s new song Zimzalabim, then you are missing out. The five-piece girl group, consisting of members Irene, Wendy, Joy, Yeri and Seulgi, has been in Hong Kong as part of its brand ambassador duties to celebrate the first anniversary of the opening of The Shilla Duty Free’s Beauty & You, the one-stop beauty and fashion accessories shop at Hong Kong International Airport. 5 things to know about K-pop star ‘Teddy Bear’... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people-events/article/3021811/what-did-k-pop-stars-red-velvet-have-say-us-when-they?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people-events/article/3021811/what-did-k-pop-stars-red-velvet-have-say-us-when-they?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 07 Aug 2019 13:51:24 +0000 What a whirlwind month July has been – as the saying goes, there is no rest for the wicked, and in the world of K-pop and K-drama, there is no sign of slowing down. So here we are with the top stories on the K-pop stars you need to know, plus one unsuspecting YouTuber who is just six years old … 1. Which K-pop stars have the most followers on Instagram? BLACKPINK’s Lisa is in the list (no spoilers there, surely), but who else made the cut? Top 10 Instagram celebrities in South Korea 2. Sexy and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3020619/whats-hot-korea-top-k-pop-stars-instagram-new-k-dramas?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3020619/whats-hot-korea-top-k-pop-stars-instagram-new-k-dramas?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 31 Jul 2019 02:05:10 +0000 Mystical. Otherworldly. Enlightening. These are words I never thought I would associate with a wellness hub in the heart of Hong Kong – but a visit to the new Fivelements Habitat in Times Square, Causeway Bay, took me beyond a special moment, to a place of tranquillity. I found the experience one of spiritual awakening and total human connection. How Jaden Smith spent his 21st birthday with LA’s homeless What is it? It is a jaw-dropping space to behold, in a city where space is a luxury. From... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/well-being/article/3020465/we-review-fivelements-habitat-hong-kong-wellness-hub-can?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/well-being/article/3020465/we-review-fivelements-habitat-hong-kong-wellness-hub-can?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 29 Jul 2019 07:00:09 +0000 Lipstick is a fabulous wonder that has become an essential in every woman’s beauty arsenal. What was once a cosmetic product that took crushed crystals and gems to make is now a sensual little weapon that can instantly freshen up a woman’s face. Back in ancient Greece, lip colours were deemed only fitting for harlots. It was only from 700 to 300BC that it started to become acceptable for women of better standing to colour their lips. What was once a cosmetic product that took crushed crystals... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion-beauty/article/3020440/your-lipstick-game-these-4-top-editors-picks?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion-beauty/article/3020440/your-lipstick-game-these-4-top-editors-picks?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 29 Jul 2019 04:30:43 +0000 I have been vegan for at least six years now. Sometimes I do stumble and make mistakes that could enrage an avid vegan, such as wearing a lipstick brand that is not cruelty-free, or wearing leather items I have owned for many years and choose to still use until they are utterly worn out. Yet I am absolutely plant-based in what I eat and strive to keep my diet as close to nature as possible. Why Hongkongers find a vegan lifestyle difficult to embrace There is, in my opinion, a common... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3019584/picky-eaters-what-can-vegan-eat-and-enjoy-meat-grill?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3019584/picky-eaters-what-can-vegan-eat-and-enjoy-meat-grill?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 22 Jul 2019 08:11:13 +0000 Linda Pilkington’s petite frame belies an effervescence for her fragrances and creative endeavours. “There was never a moment when I said I would have a perfume house,” says London perfume house Ormonde Jayne’s founder. “It was nothing more than a happenstance, because we never really plan what we’re going to do with our lives, and then we find ourselves in a new situation and we just run with it, so that’s just how life is.” There was never a moment when I said I would have a perfume house; it... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion-beauty/article/3019313/how-linda-pilkington-founder-london-perfume-house?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion-beauty/article/3019313/how-linda-pilkington-founder-london-perfume-house?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 21 Jul 2019 04:00:09 +0000 If you have ever seen a young woman return from a holiday to Japan or South Korea with a loot bag full of cosmetics, you will know that there is much to demystify when it comes to the allure of Japanese (J-beauty) and Korean (K-beauty) beauty products. Even though Western companies have followed these brands into the game, they don’t seem as authentic. First, why are Japanese and Korean beauty brands considered a world apart from other brands? Because, like food, they are deeply rooted in their... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion-beauty/article/3018766/japan-or-korea-how-j-beauty-and-k-beauty-cosmetics?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion-beauty/article/3018766/japan-or-korea-how-j-beauty-and-k-beauty-cosmetics?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 17 Jul 2019 05:00:12 +0000 Rihana Oksana Petra continues to divulge further details on her official Instagram account about the relationship with her husband, Kelantan’s Sultan Muhammad V – who was Malaysia’s king when they married – and how they met. View this post on Instagram Selepas pertemuan pertama, saya dan bakal suami meneruskan komunikasi melalui telefon setiap hari. Kami ingin berjumpa sekali lagi tetapi terlalu susah disebabkan kontrak peragawati saya, dan juga kerana kami... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people-events/article/3018386/former-miss-moscow-rihana-oksana-petra-reveals-more?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people-events/article/3018386/former-miss-moscow-rihana-oksana-petra-reveals-more?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 12 Jul 2019 10:03:23 +0000 Summer on the French Riviera? We don’t have to go to Cannes to experience that, and STYLE was there to witness it all. Parfums Christian Dior and luxury travel retailer DFS Group threw a delightful summer party that saw the most colourful popcorn, champagne and beauty colours in Galleria by DFS at City of Dreams, Macau, to celebrate its pop-up store. Festooned with flashes of pink and a pool of pink beach balls, the pop-up space is all about giving customers an immersive experience of summer,... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people-events/article/3017977/cannes-glamour-your-fingertips-city-dreams-macau?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people-events/article/3017977/cannes-glamour-your-fingertips-city-dreams-macau?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 10 Jul 2019 07:00:13 +0000 1. Farida Irani, founder of Subtle Energies Farida Irani was an Ayurveda practitioner when she founded Subtle Energies in 1993. It is one of the few brands available in mainland China that doesn’t carry out animal testing in the post-marketing stage, and the official launch in mainland China is slated for later this year. As part of China’s cruelty-free pilot programme – Subtle Energies and three other brands: Bulldog Skincare For Men, Neal’s Yard Remedies, and 7th Heaven – this allows the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion-beauty/article/3016489/how-these-2-women-entrepreneurs-are-finding-niche?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion-beauty/article/3016489/how-these-2-women-entrepreneurs-are-finding-niche?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 01 Jul 2019 04:00:10 +0000 Talking about how difficult it is to be graceful with Song Hye-kyo to sussing out Jessica Jung’s boyfriend Tyler Kwon, here are some of the top stories you must read before we sashay into July: 1. Who is Tyler? The businessman and media mogul is dating K-pop star and ex-Girl’s Generation member Jessica Jung, but what do we really know about him? 5 things to know about Tyler Kwon, Jessica Jung’s boyfriend 2. Uh oh, Suzy Suzy Bae, what have you got yourself into? K-pop star Suzy must pay for... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3016544/whats-hot-korea-junes-romances-divorce-plans-birthday?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3016544/whats-hot-korea-junes-romances-divorce-plans-birthday?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 30 Jun 2019 06:00:08 +0000 If you are looking for the best vegan offerings served in Hong Kong then check out these delicious choices. Tosca di Angelo, The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong Heavily influenced by chef Angelo Agliano’s Sicilian roots, the vegan weekend lunch menu at Tosca di Angelo at the Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, is an interpretation of his original weekend lunch menu. A vegetarian menu is also available upon request. 5 best vegan menus that meat lovers in Hong Kong will also enjoy The vegan offering is a pleasurable... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3014973/where-eat-delicious-vegan-food-hong-kong-june?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3014973/where-eat-delicious-vegan-food-hong-kong-june?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 19 Jun 2019 04:00:04 +0000 Who doesn’t like eye candy? With Avengers done and dusted now, thank God for Men in Black: International – opening on June 14 – because it has given us another opportunity to genuflect at the feet of the greatness that is Chris Hemsworth, whose Instagram account is a treasure trove for all things related to muscles and workout inspiration. The hunk – who is described by his fitness coach Luke Zocchi as being 95 per cent vegan – definitely works hard for the body that has earned him such... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people-events/article/3014376/5-sexiest-workout-moments-vegan-actor-chris?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people-events/article/3014376/5-sexiest-workout-moments-vegan-actor-chris?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 14 Jun 2019 05:00:14 +0000 “Drinking tea can be just as complex a study as appreciating wine,” says Gaï Assouline, an avid tea aficionado and co-founder of Inari Tea. Inari has established its name in Hong Kong as the go-to brand for quality tea sourced from China, Japan, Taiwan, India and Nepal. Assouline, a French native who is no stranger to wine and cheese, speaks fondly of the exquisiteness of tea when made right. If you are one of those people who is perplexed by the conundrums of what temperature the water needs... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3013386/today-i-learned-you-dont-have-be-expert-make-perfect-cup?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3013386/today-i-learned-you-dont-have-be-expert-make-perfect-cup?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 07 Jun 2019 07:00:12 +0000 From Jennie stunning her fellow BLACKPINK members, to Song Joong-ki seen wearing his wedding ring, there was no shortage of drama in the land of glitz and glamour. Here are our top stories from K-Town: 1. BLACKPINK Jennie’s surprising improv K-pop star Jennie briefly appeared to stun other members of the girl group, BLACKPINK, with some improvised choreography during last week’s concert in the United States. How K-pop star Jennie of BLACKPINK stunned her fellow band members 2. K-pop star IU is... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people-events/article/3012591/find-out-what-these-k-pop-and-k-drama-stars-got-may?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people-events/article/3012591/find-out-what-these-k-pop-and-k-drama-stars-got-may?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 31 May 2019 06:06:56 +0000